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An Introduction to Indian Culture
First Online: February 01,2000
Last Updated: September 07,2008
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Table of Contents
| Welcome to India! An introduction to the complexity and diversity of Indian society and culture. |
Dances of India The Dances of India have a very long history and constitute many classical styles. Take a tour of the Dance Heritage of India. |
| Indian Mythology Pictures and tales from the Indian epics of Mahabharat and Ramayan. Includes fables and characters |
The Indian Wedding customs, traditions, and localization of weddings in India, including meaning of some of the rituals |
| Hinduism Potpourri A student of Indian culture must understand the complex intricacies of Hinduism, which pervades all aspects of life in India. |
Cultural Diversity of India Enjoy the cultural diversity of India through these exhibits: Indian Attire, Faces of India, Women of India, Children of India, Tribals of India |
| Boy Becomes Man Pictorial exhibition of the Hindu ordaining ritual known as the Upanayanam or Munji |
India's Street Culture India's streets constitute a glorious theater where the drama of life unfolds in all its beauty and ugliness. |
| India's Subtle Subcultures Discussions on delicate topics deeply embedded in Indian culture, covering topics such as dowry, caste, and mangalya (good luck). |
Festivals of India The numerous festivals of India, their relevance, and significance. Includes a calendar and several pictures. |
List of Articles
- Antyeshti - The Last Rites
- Ashtavadahana - Eight Faceted Performance
- The Bhagavad-Gita
- The Bhagavata Purana
- The Call of Yama
- The Concept of Pradakshina
- Death by Demand in Indian Culture
- The Dowry System
- Eco-Friendly Living in India
- FAQ on Ancient Indian Civilization
- FAQ on Hindu Funerals
- FAQ on Indian Names
- The Gayatri Mantram
- Hindu Samskaras
- The Holy Cows of India
- How I Sent Father to Heaven
- The Human Body as a Medium of Art
- Idolatry in India
- The Indian Namaskar -- Meaning and Gestures
- India's Arranged Marriages
- India's Street Culture
- India's Subtle Sub-cultures
- The Institution of Mutha
- Introduction to Hindu Samskars
- The Khadi (Handspun Cotton) Culture
- The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
- The Sacrament of Marriage
- The Sacred Thread
- Swastika in Indian Culture
- Symbolism of Hindu Samskaras
- Tree and Plant Worship
- Tree of Life
- The Upanayana Samskar
- The Vedas
- Worship of Vehicles - Car Puja
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do the Indians worship idols?
- Why are Indian names so complicated? or are they?
- Why do Indians revere snakes?
- What is the role of women in Indian Society?
- What is the role of sex in Indian society?
- Why do many Indian's don't consume beef? Why are Indian cows holy?
- What is the name of the Indian language?!
- What is the significance of the red dot?
- Why do they burn brides in India?
- Why are Indians called Indians?!!
- Why do some Indians have only one name?
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